Differential Carrier: Service and Repair

Tapered Roller Bearing Replacement





1. Remove the tapered roller bearings using the bearing separator and a press as shown.

NOTE: Support the differential carrier with your hand so it does not fall and hit the ground when pressed clear.





2. Install the both tapered roller bearings using the special tool and a press as shown.

Backlash Inspection
1. Remove the tapered roller bearings (see tapered roller bearing replacement).
2. Install the left driveshaft and the intermediate shaft in the side gears.





3. Measure the backlash of both pinion gears.
If the backlash exceeds the service limit, replace the differential carrier.

Ring Gear Replacement





1. Remove the bolts in a crisscross pattern, in several steps, and remove the ring gear.
2. Install the ring gear by tightening the bolts in a crisscross pattern, in several steps. If the bolts are difficult to tighten, make sure that the ring gear is going onto the differential carrier correctly.